Who says we’re in the “Summer Doldrums” (also known to beekeepers as the summer dearth)? OK, there aren’t as many shrubs and trees blooming now in mid-August as there were in the spring months, but there are some interesting and important trees flowering right now. Their importance is due to the fact that many pollinators, including [...]
The Jack Flowering Pear tree is unique. For gardeners and homeowners looking for a tree that stays small, the Jack Flowering Pear tree is their best bet. While many "small" trees still tower above 30 feet, the Jack Flowering Pear tree stays small, averaging 20 feet at most. Right now, during the spring months, the Jack [...]
If you've been following our blog you saw our mums when they were just a few weeks old. We now have an early crop of mums that are starting to bloom! Come check them out!
We have a super selection of the newest varieties of hydrangea! Extend the color in your garden by checking out our nursery this week!
Mountain Laurel When many other flowers have gone away for the season, Mountain Laurel adds some bright, summer colors to your garden. The fragrant, dainty pink and white evergreen shrub is the Connecticut State flower, native to the Eastern United States. It was first documented in 1624, a favorite of travelers. Cherokees use the plant as an analgesic [...]
Laburnum Pendula Weeping Golden Chain "The hanging 'chains' are very striking. It's very nice. It bloomed recently." White Fringe Tree "It has fragrant, white flowers. It's native to the area. The white against the green - that contrast is so neat." Astilbe "These are not quite open, but they're pretty like this. They come in many [...]
Boy oh boy do we have Hydrangeas! All varieties, all colors, all forms! This popular summer shrub is one of the only plants to naturally change its own color! It's also one of the only plants to be this amazing! Well... All plants are pretty amazing. But you get the idea! Our collection is worth seeing! Tree [...]
Sprucedale Gardens is proud to present Clematis! We are carrying more varieties than ever before and many are beginning to bloom! There are more Clematis here than you can "shake a stick at" (Paul Larson's words!) so come visit us and see these flowers and many more! Facts: Clematis are members of the buttercup family and have [...]